“ | The first illumination was held in celebration with the newfound prosperity that Mystic Falls enjoyed after the war. The founders, they placed lanterns over the doors to indicate that it was safe for their neighbors to come outside again. That night was an opportunity for the community of Mystic Falls to come together, a chance to strengthen ties with neighbors, business owners. | ” |
— Tobias in Ghost World
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The Night of Illumination is a celebration that was first started in Mystic Falls by the Founding Families over 150 years ago, a tradition that the townspeople still enjoy annually.
Throughout The Vampire Diaries Series[]
Season Three[]
In Ghost World, on this very special night, all of the people living in Mystic Falls turn off the lights in their houses and the streets, and then light up paper lanterns to celebrate the anniversary of their beautiful town.